Summary Released all the way back in August 2016,No Man’s Skyis about to hit its eighth birthday, and there’s never been a better time to reflect on the game and how far it’s come. WhenNo Man’s Skyoriginally hit PS4 and PC, it was met with some infamously lackluster reviews from both critics and fans alike, many of whom criticized the developer for its overpromising of certain features that didn’t make it to the launch-day edition....

Summary World of Warcraftis making some improvements to the Warbands transmog collection process soon, including the ability to learn class-restricted transmogs on any character, and more broad, retroactive gear appearance unlocks when completing quests. These improvements are expected to arrive inWorld of WarcraftduringThe War WithinPatch 10.0.5, currently expected this autumn. During the beta forThe War Within, players noticed completing quests unlocked the transmog appearances for every type of gear obtainable as a reward, even for armor and weapon types the character couldn’t use....

Summary World of Warcraftcontent creator AnnieFuchsia recently earned 100% of the achievements available in the game right before the Pre-Patch forThe War Withinbegan. Despite the nature of MMORPGs making it nearly impossible to do, it is safe to say that AnnieFuchsia beatWorld of Warcraft. Since their introduction inWrath of the Lich King, achievements have been a cornerstone of progression inWorld of Warcraft. From easy feats like exploring a zone to nearly impossible ones like earning 100 exalted reputations,World of Warcraftachievements vary significantly in difficulty....

Summary List of Xbox Game Pass Games Coming in September 2024 Out of all the new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2024, the two that stand out the most areAra: History UntoldandFrostpunk 2.Ara: History Untoldis a turn-based strategy gamepublished by Xbox Game Studios that takes direct inspiration from the belovedCivilizationfranchise.Frostpunk 2, meanwhile, is a city builder and a follow-up to one of 2018’s highest-rated games. Both titles are initially only going to be available on PC, but are expected to make their way to Xbox consoles at some point down the line....

Summary YouTubepersonality Norme is attempting to break the record for the longest continuous stream without sleep, aiming to stay awake for over 200 hours. As theYouTubestream progresses, the effects of sleep deprivation are becoming increasingly apparent, with Norme nodding off on camera and showing signs of hallucination. Streamers often take on intense challenges live on stream, pushing their limits to entertain their audience. Among these, streaming continuously without sleep is particularly grueling and something many streamers attempt....

Summary The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomis changing things up for the longstanding franchise by making the titular princess herself the primary playable character for once. It won’t be the first time Zelda has been made a playable character, as spin-off titles likeHyrule Warriorshave already accomplished that. However, never before has she taken Link’s place as the main protagonist in a mainlineLegend of Zeldagame. With Zelda as the main protagonist, she will also not be using Link’s iconic weapons and tools....

Summary The popular 2021 titleMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxyhas dropped to a historically low price on Steam. This deal bringsMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxydown to an 80% discount, giving gamers the chance to pick up the title with “Very Positive” reviews for just $11.99. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxyproved to be a pleasant surpriseupon its release back in 2021. Gamers' expectations were still slightly altered by the poor reception toMarvel’s Avengersa year prior, with the game leaving a sour taste in the mouths of many....

Summary As one of the most beloved franchises in history,The Lord of the Ringstrilogy is filled with a rich history of characters. From the ancient elves before the time of Middle Earth to the heroes of the fellowship, there are many great and terrible figures that have populated the stories of J. R. R. Tolkien over the years. However, while many of these characters have fought against the darkness for what is right, others have turned entirely from this path and have sought only their own gain in one way or another....

Summary Stardew Valleyis still going strong after eight years since its release, and today is managing to make players smile with its unrelenting charm and addictive gameplay. It’s the first game bysolo developer Eric ‘ConcernedApe’ Barone, and is comfortably one of the most impressive accomplishments in the gaming industry, given its surprising depth, and constant support in the years that have followed.Haunted Chocolatierhas a lot to live up to, but it is in the best position to succeed....

Quick Links Black Myth: Wukongoffers you lots of ways to adjust your equipment, allowing you to equip armor and gear that enhances your preferred playstyle. One way you may do this is by adding “soaks” to your healing drinks, which apply extra effects whenever you take a sip. Finding and using soaks inBlack Myth: Wukongcan be tremendously helpful, especially when facing difficult bosses and encounters, and they can be found scattered throughout the game....

Summary Some of the best parts ofanime,and the writing that goes into it, are the very well crafted villains of the story. Oftentimes, these are individuals within the manga and anime universe with unprecedented power or intellect, which allows them to ruthlessly dominate others, forcing them to submit to their will. However, sometimesthe true villainof the story is not so clear. There are a lot of stories out there where, even though there is a blatant antagonist, the actions taken by the assigned protagonist of the show are so corrupt, thatthese main characters could be considered the story’s villainsin their own right....

Summary The Dark Urge is one of the seven Origin characters available inBaldur’s Gate 3. Unlike the other Origin characters, the Dark Urge’s class and appearance are fully customizable but stand apart from a custom character in that they have an established background and history that’s tied to the main plot ofBaldur’s Gate 3. The Dark Urge’s history is a mystery in Act 1 ofBaldur’s Gate 3but is slowly revealed as they progress through the story, where all becomes clear in Act 3....

Summary Japaneserole-playing games, orJRPGs,are among the most beloved and classic genres in the video game market. Over the decades,the genre has been home to some of the industry’s greatest games, constantly evolving in terms of graphics, gameplay, and narratives. The depth of the stories, often exploring themes like friendship, honor, and destiny, has captivated millions of players worldwide. One of the facets that has enriched the JRPG experience the most is thepossibility of experiencing romances with characters....